1998 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,225 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 2000 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2225 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
